Your Q&As Question: With so many different issues impacting such a diverse city, how do you decide what gets published in the magazine? Answer: It’s a thoughtful process. We know that principals and assistant principals across Chicago face a wide range of challenges, so we aim to reflect that diversity in our content. The Magazine Board (made up of school leaders and CPAA staff) reviews submissions and helps guide each issue’s direction. We also stay responsive to what’s happening in the news and in our schools. That said, the final call on each issue’s content rests with the Editor. If you’re interested in being part of the Quarterly Board, we’d love to have your voice at the table. Please reach out directly to Tiphani Chaplin, Quarterly Editor, at tchaplin@mycpaa.com. Let’s connect, share, and collaborate!
THE BIG SHIFT
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Our transition from an association to a union marks an important new chapter—a chapter that builds on our long tradition of standing with and for school leaders. While our structure is evolving, our core mission remains the same: to champion the needs of individual school leaders while advancing the collective strength of our profession. In becoming a union, we gain new tools such as the ability to negotiate a collective bargaining agreement in order to more effectively advocate for fair compensation, improved working conditions, and the professional autonomy every school leader deserves. Recent victories, including significant wins in compensation, show what is possible when we focus not just on individual needs, but on what’s best for all of us, together. Change can bring uncertainty, but it also brings opportunity. Every step we are taking is in pursuit of a stronger, more sustainable future—not just for school leaders, but for the students and communities we serve. We look forward to continuing this journey with you, as partners, advocates, and now, as YOUR UNION.
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